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Easy 3-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

A thick, golden slice of pizza featuring a fluffy cottage cheese pizza crust topped with melted cheese and rich tomato sauce.
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You can make a sturdy, high-protein pizza crust using just three simple ingredients. This recipe skips yeast and kneading, making it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or a healthy, low-carb pizza night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, well-drained
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for a low-carb option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. If your cottage cheese is lumpy, blend it in a food processor or blender until it is smooth. You need to remove as much moisture as possible.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the smooth cottage cheese, egg, flour (or almond flour), and any optional seasonings like oregano or garlic powder. Mix until a thick, uniform dough forms.
  4. Place the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands or a spatula to press the dough into a 10-inch circle, about 1/4 inch thick. Aim for even thickness for consistent baking.
  5. Bake the crust plain for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn light golden brown.
  6. Remove the crust from the oven. Add your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings.
  7. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Slice and serve immediately for a high protein pizza crust experience.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, bake the crust longer before adding toppings, or try pressing it very thin.
  • You can use this dough in an air fryer; cook at 375°F (190°C) for about 6-8 minutes before topping.
  • For a truly flourless pizza crust, substitute the all-purpose flour with 1/2 cup of almond flour or coconut flour, adjusting liquid if necessary.
  • Drain the cottage cheese well; excess water prevents the crust from setting properly.

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